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Places available on the Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare & Education course

What is this course?
This course is for people with a keen interest in working with children or young people at a professional level. This qualification prepares learners to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years. On completion of the course learners will gain the license to practice and the status of being an Early Years Educator with the opportunity to enter directly into the workforce or to access Higher Education.

How is this course assessed?
There is a combination of work placement assessed observations, written assignments, two Professional Practice Portfolios and also pieces of work which are externally set and assessed.

What are the entry requirements?
A clear DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ due to the Vocational aspect of the qualification and the requirement to undertake vocational experience. The cost of the DBS is approximately £60.00 and you are responsible for this payment (details of how to pay will follow in September). A GCSE in Science at grade C or better is required together with the standard entry requirements of 2 B grades at GCSE and 3 C grades at GCSE (including a C in English and Maths).

What can this course lead to?
Upon successful completion of the course there are a wide range of opportunities available for progression ranging from:
• Early Years Educator
• Practitioner in day nurseries
• Practitioner in nursery schools
• Practitioner in reception classes in primary schools
• Pre-school worker
• Nanny